1997 Buick Riviera vs. 1958 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1997 Buick Riviera is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1958 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1958 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 850 kg more than 1958 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Riviera | 1958 Trabant P 70 | |
Make | Buick | Trabant |
Model | Riviera | P 70 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |